The ride in the jeep from Jaro Plaza to Pisay is a wonderful occasion to show ones elegant manners and good breeding. Here are some few good tips to remember:
1. When you are one of the first few to enter the jeep, DO try to occupy the seats near the driver. This will make it easier for those who'd come late, who would logically have to sit farther from the driver.
2. Being seated near the driver, especially right behind him would mean the added hassle of being his assistant especially in "collecting" the fares of the other passengers. But if you come to think of it, this is really not so tiring, besides you can think of it as some payback service for these people who pay for your education. Remember you are in Pisay because of taxpayers money.
3. When, on the other hand, you are the one asking a favour from the other passengers, for them to pass to the driver your fare, don't forget to say Please, or "palihog" in Hiligaynon and a big smile would go well with it! When someone finally hears your plea and offers to pass your coins to the driver, a Thank you or "Salamat" will be very good to hear. Remember, you are asking a favour from them, it's not their job to give your fare to the driver.
Good manners really are not mere trivialities, they demonstrate virtues, such in the cases above- consideration. Practicing them doesn't just suggest formality, but rather good upbringing ang an innate largeness of heart.
Don't forget, an etiquette a day keeps the rudeness away!
-Sir Madz
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